Gardner, Richard M. "Dick"Richard Gardner, 68, Kimberly, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, Aug. 22, 2008. Dick was born in Appleton on July 27, 1940, son of the late Milan and Lorraine Gardner. He was a 1958 graduate of Appleton High School, and was proud to have served his country as a member of the United States Navy. For well over 30 years, he worked both as a dispatcher and a driver for Fore Way Express, and later retired from UP Special Delivery. Richard was an avid NASCAR fan and loved Packers and Brewers games. He always enjoyed his get-a-ways to the Northwoods, and the company of his grandchildren brought a special twinkle to his eyes. Richard will be remembered by all as a courageous man who always kept a positive outlook on life, even if his own circumstances were less than good. He always had a quick wit and keen sense of humor, as his friends at the Lox Club and the Pioneer II will attest to!Survivors include his wife, Muriel Gardner, whom he married on May 13, 1988, at Faith Lutheran Church in Appleton; three daughters, Lynn (Rick) Schwandt, Lori Gardner, and Mindy (Paul) Wypiszynski; a son, Kyle (Peggy) Gardner; five grandchildren, Stephen and Alyssa Schwandt, Ryan and Emily Wypiszynski, and Tyler Gardner; two sisters, Germaine (Pat) Anderson and Janet (Jim) Nystrom; and his former wife, June Gardner, all of Appleton. Dick is also survived by Muriel's children, Debbie (Paul) Peters, Combined Locks; Michele (Mark) Rollo, Little Chute; Brian (Tracy) Stoeger, Darboy; Stephanie (Greg) Biedscheid, Oshkosh; Jeff (Luanne) Stoeger, Little Chute; and Danielle (Todd) Vanevenhoven, Combined Locks. The grandchildren are Nic and Lindsay Peters, Matt and Ashley Rollo, Alex and Cody Stoeger, and Britney, Caitlin, and Michael Biedscheid. Dick is also survived by two brothers-in-law, Dave (Marianna) Iverson, Colorado and Stewart Iverson, Appleton.He was preceded in death by his parents; his step-mother, Clarissa Gardner; by Muriel's parents, Warren and Phyllis Diley; and by a beloved granddaughter, Courtney Biedscheid.Funeral services for Richard will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2008, at FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH, 601 E. Glendale Avenue, in Appleton, with the Rev. Daniel Thews officiating. Interment will be in Highland Memorial Park. Friends may call at the funeral home on Monday from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. and again Tuesday at the church from 10 a.m. until the hour of the services.Dad,We love youand you meantthe world to us.We will miss you.Enjoy your "walk"in heaven.Until we meet again,— Lynn, Lori,Mindy, and Kyle.Dad,There are not enough words to express what you've brought to my life. I'm a better person for the endless love you've given me and the nurturing friendshipyou've shown me. I will always love you, never forget you, and carry you in my heart forever. Thank you for everything you've given me. In my heart, you'll always be.Love,your "privateduty nurse",your "girl",and your daughter,Danielle.Wichmann Funeral Home537 N. Superior St.Appleton 920-739-1231Online condolenceswww.wichmannfargo.com.

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Death: Valeria Pauline Loretta Schumann died on January 22, 2003, at age 87, in Black Creek, Outagamie Co, Wisconsin.

Burial: She was buried in Riverside Cemetery, Appleton, Wisconsin.

Note: * Valeria P. (Schumann) Gardner, Van Patten.* VanPatten, Valeria P.; Black Creek (Outagamie Co., WI)Valeria P. VanPatten, age 87, passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2003 at the Good Shepherd Nursing Home, Seymour. She was born April 17, 1915; the daughter of the late Herman and Alma (Kurt) Schumann. Valeria enjoyed crocheting nylon rugs, making doll clothes, and her favorite pastimes were reading and playing cards, especially solitaire. Spending time with her family and especially her grandchildren was her pride and joy.She is survived by her children: Leone (Ray) Taubel, Greenville; Suzanne (Mike) Lemke, Manawa; and Martin, Jr. (Chris) VanPattten, Black Creek; her two grandchildren: Deborah (David) Bain, Hortonville; and Laura (Steve) Halverson, Valders; and three great-grandchildren: Bradley, Ryan, and Alecia; also, a brother-in-law, and sister-in-law: Delbert and Connie VanPatten, Black Creek.Valeria was preceded in death by her husband, Martin, Sr.; a son, C. James; a brother, Leonard; and a sister, Viola.Friends may call at the Muehl-Boettcher Funeral Home, 358 S. Main St., Seymour on Saturday, January 25, 2003 from 2 p.m. until the services at 3 p.m. with the Reverend Bob Smith officiating. The burial will be in the Riverside Cemetery, Appleton. Valeria’s wishes were to have a closed casket.A memorial fund has been established in her name.